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How to Neutralize Bee and Wasp Stings
Bee and Wasp stings can be both painful and itchy, and are very common during the summer. Fortunately there are easy ways of neutralizing the toxins that these stings deliver and reducing the pain. Many common household substances can be used for this, and vinegar and baking soda but said to be the
How to Identify Spiders in Western Australia
Western Australia has plenty of woodlands, forests and open fields for spiders to live in and find food. A few are dangerous, such as the redback spider, but most are harmless to humans. Spiders located in the western region of Australia can be identified by their webs, colors and size.
Instructions to Make a Top Bar Beehive
If you are a bee or honey enthusiast, you will find the design of the top bar beehive quite beneficial. The design of the hive allows the insect-lover to fully investigate and witness the process by which bees create and maintain their hives. The honey enthusiast will enjoy in the delectable delig
Tips to Selecting the Right Honey Bee Equipment
To get started as a beekeeper, it is always important to have the proper honey bee equipment.So, what type of equipment do you need?
Life Cycle of the Brown Water Snake
The brown water snake undergoes the same life cycle stages as all other water snakes, along with most garter snakes. Brown water snakes are primarily found in bodies of water in Texas, Iowa and Alabama. These snakes are nonvenomous but will bite if provoked.
Types of Flying Insects
Insects are easily among the most abundant organisms on the planet, vastly outnumbering human beings in all corners of the globe. Their abundance, however, is nearly matched by their variety, coming in all shapes and sizes. Some dig, some swim, others fly. Flight is one of the most useful skills of
Snake Species in Corte Madera, California
Corte Madera is a city located half way along California's coast in Marin County. The natural habitats in and around the city are home to 11 of the state's more than 80 species and subspecies of snake. The native species vary in size from a few inches to several feet long. Almost all the local speci
How to Get Rid of Ants in the Garden
Not only are ants annoying, but a type of small red ant can ruin a vegetable garden. These ants are called leaf cutter ants and they invade by the thousands. Many people protect their garden from rabbits, gophers and deer, but a great many forget about protecting it from ants. In fact, ants can do j
Moth Larvae Repellent
Lepidoptera (butterflies, skippers and moths) is among the most detrimental orders in the Insecta class when it comes to plants, but only if their numbers get too large. Moth larvae are typically interested in a specific plant species and they serve as nature's way of controlling the growth of certa
How Does a Swallow Catch Food?
Eating on the FlyAll swallows eat insects. Swallows don't wait for dinner to come to them, they go to the meal. Swallows the world over catch their food in the same manner--on the wing, Swallows are able to fly fast enough to easily keep up with and eventually overtake the quickest of...
What Happens When a Spider Bites a Baby Dog?
Spider bites can be dangerous for dogs, but especially young puppies. Symptoms alone can make your canine uncomfortable, but certain venoms may be fatal just as they are for humans. Some types of bites may even require a visit to your veterinarian. With proper treatment, your puppy will be on his wa
Large Black Beetles Found in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has a diverse landscape of urban, suburban and farmland habitats. Within the insect microcosm, black beetles live and feed on leaves and bark of trees, other insects and animal matter. Through metamorphosis, larvae develop into a recognizable adult form with armor-like front wings, larg
Spiders Of Oklahoma
The many species of spiders found in Oklahoma present a well-rounded spectrum from harmless to extremely venomous. Some Oklahoma spiders have developed unique characteristics, such as location-specific coloration or high population levels.
Common Spiders in Massachusetts
The house spider is one of the most common species of spider in Massachusetts.closeup of a house spider - archnida image by Jeffrey Banke from Fotolia.comSpiders are eight-legged organisms of the order araneae and the class arachnida. They are well known for spinning webs and using venom...
How to Identify the Sex of a Snake
If you have a pet snake, you may be curious about its sex. Because snakes have internal reproductive organs, telling their gender can be a challenge for an inexperienced handler. Fortunately, there are several methods, both visual and physical, that you can use to determine your snake's sex or that
List of Spiders in South Carolina
You can commonly find a variety of different species of spiders in South Carolina.black spider image by Artyom Davidov from Fotolia.comThere are dozens of species of spiders in North America that are common in the state of South Carolina. These spiders are both venomous and harmless....
How to Pick Up an Ant
Ants have fascinated humans for a long time. Their colonies and caste system, along with their communication methods, make them interesting creatures to learn from and observe. Ant farms are common in classrooms and bedrooms alike, and collecting your own ants can be part of the adventure. Ants belo
Habitats & Customs of the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake
Typically 5 feet long and weighing up to 14 pounds, Western Diamondback rattlesnakes -- also known by the scientific name crotalus atrox -- are feared "pit rattlers" in the southwestern United States and parts of Mexico. Although their venom is poisonous, they do not usually seek to attack humans; i
How to Keep Spiders & Bugs Out of Your House
Spiders and insects are resourceful creatures that will look for any way into your home. Insects come inside to seek shelter and food. This is a bigger problem in the summer since many insects enter suspended animation in the winter. Infestation is not necessarily due to a dirty house, but can still